Prague Hidden Gem Vysehrad Castle & Historic Fort with PragueWay
Overview
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2 hours 30 minutes
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Escape the crowds and uncover Prague’s best hidden gem — the "High Castle" Vyšehrad, a historic hilltop fortress filled with legends, stunning views, and over 1000 years of Czech history. Just a 10-minute tram ride from the city center, this peaceful site was once a royal seat and later a mighty baroque fort. Today, it’s a symbolic and mysterious place beloved by locals.
On this 2.5-hour small-group tour, guided by a passionate local expert, you’ll visit the breathtaking Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul, the 11th-century Rotunda of St. Martin, the Czech National Cemetery, and the mythical Devil’s Column. Learn about Princess Libuše and her prophecy of Prague: “I see a great city whose glory will one day touch the stars.”
Take in panoramic views of the Vltava River and New Town, and enjoy a relaxing break at a local café or beer garden — your coffee, wine, beer or soft drink is included. A perfect afternoon for curious travelers seeking real stories beyond the tourist trail.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please note - there is one solid set of stairs to walk up to Vysehrad, the rest is mostly flat surface walking and down stairs. We walk around 3.5 km, the activity level for this experience is Moderate.
Please note - this tour ends at "Vyton" tram stop, very easy to get back to the meeting point.
❗️To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start. Late arrivals create confusion and it may not be possible to locate the group afterward. *Please note that late arrivals will not be refunded.
* Due to weather conditions and the nature of this tour, it is available only from late March to end of October.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Vysehrad National Cultural Monument
Discover Vysehrad fortress - just 10 minutes from the city center, this peaceful hilltop site is packed with history, legends, and stunning views.
Vysehrad Park
Since the late 19th / early 20th century, Vysehrad was re-adjusted to today’s green park area where locals like to come to relax and find peace.
What‘s Included
Around the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a drink at local café / beer garden.
Around the middle of the tour, we stop and rest a bit, buy you a glass of wine or beer at local café / beer garden.
Tram ticket - a short tram ride from meeting point to Vysehrad
BASILICA ENTRANCE: The neo-Gothic Basilica of St. Peter and St. Paul entrance ticket
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Prague Hidden Gem Vysehrad Castle & Historic Fort with PragueWay
Reviews
22 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Absolutely amazing. It...
Vickie J,,Oct 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely amazing. It was nice to get off the beaten path. The views were breath taking and our guide was perfect with a nice blend of humor and history.
Fascinating tour of Vysehrad with a brilliant tour guide
Chris H,,Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a fantastic tour! From start to finish Josef our tour guide was brilliant, speaking knowledgeably about a whole range of Czech subjects but particularly Vysehrad which is obviously what you would expect for a tour about the subject. His sense of humour and knowledge shone through, ensuring the tour was not only educational but really fun and never felt as if he was just rolling out a list of facts. There is plenty of walking, including quite a steep set of stairs to get to Vysehrad itself, but this was made clear on the website and the remainder of the tour was mostly flat bar the return down the same stairs. All in all I would really recommend this tour as it was great value for money and Josef was a superb guide!
Sebastian was excellent !!!
Suhas S,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Vyšehrad is truly a hidden gem in Prague. While most visitors flock to the Old Town and Charles Bridge, few take the time to explore this serene and historic part of the city offering some of the most beautiful views and quiet charm Prague has to offer. Our guide Sebastian was so very passionate about this which made the experience all the more better. Go for it !!!
A Very Wonderful Experience
Frank K,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a wonderful tour. Our guide Josef was knowledgeable and courteous. We learned so much about the castle ground, in addition to rich info on both czech republic and Prague. The paranomic view was priceless. The free cafe visit was a sweet treat. Highly recommended!
Off the beaten path tour with a very passionate guide
Embietje,,Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting and easy-going tour in a small group for a personal experience. Our guide Josef is extremely passionate and does a great job. He helped us and other tourists with tips and finding our way back home. Best tour we had!
Excellent alternative tour of Prague
Andrew T,,Sep 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour takes you to the edge of the city; great to get away from the main tourist areas and learn some more about Prague’s history. Sebastian was a great host, very knowledgeable about Prague and Czech history . Highly recommended
Fascinating visit to Vyšehrad
chrisboyd1001,,Sep 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Sebastian. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and informative. His deep knowledge of Czech history, mythology and traditions helped bring alive a special place in Prague. We got much more out of our visit to Vyšehrad than we would have without such an expert guide!
Great history and beautiful views!
Shannon H,,Aug 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing tour of the castle and grounds. Learned so much amazing history. Nice departure from the crowds at the bridge and Prague castle. Great great great. !
Refreshing elixir - an escape from the hustle and bustle of Old Town
Ishaan B,,Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A highly refreshing escape from the hustle and bustle of old town. It explains the mythical and historical origins of Prague and the Czech people through visual monuments and engaging conversation. Sebastian was British and Czech and very cultured with a strong hinterland in art, history, and travel. The basilica was an enchanted forest, with Mucha paintings on top.
Great time with Elis
E5651UCkamil ,,Aug 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Elis great guide, good time, a lot of interesting informations, chill, no rush, we saw most important points of Prague.
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